Corrie fans are in potential mourning, after reports claim Brooke Vincent is leaving character Sophie Webster behind in a bid to pursue theatre.
A source told the Sunday Mirror: "Brooke was approached to do live theatre and asked Corrie bosses if she could take some time off next year.
"Corrie said she can. It's Brooke's first experience of live theatre and bosses are keen for her to have that experience."
However the insider added that the 23-year-old, whose contract with Corrie currently runs until summer 2016, has no plans to leave the show permanently.
A show spokesperson added: "Corrie is always open to approaches from cast to take time out to do theatre."
This week sees Sophie, who plays Sally Metcalfe's daughter, turn 21 as she takes on a share of dad Kevin's garage business.
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